Boston Scoops
FAILFriday, December 6, 2024 at 6:23 PM
Violations Cited
590.006/6-501.111-PF
Controlling Pests (Pf)
Droppings found in back storage area in right corner clean to remove Seal the few small holes found near the piping and the wall
Why This Matters
SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.
Code Requirements
IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.
590.006/6-201.12-C
Floors Walls and Ceilings Utility Lines (C)
Floors in corner under the shelving with soils and debris clean to remove
Why This Matters
Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning
Code Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean